Condemnation ‘directed’ entirely at Israel amid conflict: Alexander Downer

Former foreign minister Alexander Downer says all of the condemnation is “directed” at Israel and none towards Hamas. Foreign Minister Penny Wong expects Israel to ensure there is a “full, transparent investigation” and “full accountability” after their attack in Gaza killed Australian Zomi Frankcom. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is demanding “full accountability” and has called on the Israeli Ambassador to Australia to explain. “Hamas should surrender their weapons and cease fighting; and by lunchtime tomorrow, there would be no further fighting in Gaza,” Mr Downer told Sky News host Chris Kenny. “But all the condemnation is directed at the Israelis and none of it at Hamas and I think that’s a disgraceful thing.”